2025 Amnat Charoen Province Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

Phra Chao Yai Lue Chai or Phra Rit Lue Chai is enshrined in the chapel of Wat Amnat. It is a Buddha image in the Mara-Vijaya attitude, made of brick and mortar, and covered in gold lacquer. It is in the Lan Xang art style. It was built around 2398-2404. Originally, the area of ​​Wat Amnat, where Phra Chao Yai Lue Chai is enshrined, was an old community and was previously the location of Amnat Charoen. Therefore, there are many stories about the sacredness and miracles of Phra Chao Yai Lue Chai. People who have come to pay homage have experienced prosperity and fame. According to beliefs and faith, whoever comes to pay homage and ask for a blessing will be successful, victorious over their enemies, and have authority and power that is feared. Their lives will miraculously overcome various problems and obstacles. #Amnat Charoen #Phra Chao Lue Chai #Lu Amnat City Pillar ShrinePhra Chao Yai Lue Chai

Address - Amnat Charoen Atmosphere/Location - Thiang Na Cafe Highlights - Cafe in the heart of Amnat Charoen Average Price per Person - 60 Score - 7

Phu Sing is located in Phu Sing-Phu Pha Phueng Forest Park, Mueang District, Amnat Charoen, Amnat Charoen. It is considered the highest point of Amnat Charoen Province. This forest park is approximately 27 km from Amnat Charoen Province. Traveling to the forest park is very convenient. However, if we want to conquer the highest point of Amnat Charoen Province, we must be careful because the path is quite narrow and steep. Phu Sing Forest Park has many natural plants for us to learn about. Score 7 #ForestTrip #MissNature

Wat Phutthawicha, Mueang Amnat Charoen District, Amnat Charoen Province This temple is about 8.6 km from Amnat Charoen Province. The temple is convenient to travel to. The route is not complicated. It is a paved road. When you arrive at this temple, you will see the signature around the temple, which is Makarakaynak, which is very colorful and intricately built. The important point of Wat Phutthawicha is the Phuttha Nakin Thep Nimit Cave. Inside the cave, there are Buddha statues in various postures for us Buddhists to worship. Score 10/10 #VisitHistoricalSite

Phra Mongkhon Ming Mueang at Phuttha Uthayan, the city pillar of Amnat Charoen Province, is located in the heart of Amnat Charoen Province, near the Phuttha Uthayan Reservoir. This Phuttha Uthayan offers flowers, incense, and candles for Buddhists to pay homage to Phra Mongkhon Ming Mueang. The cost depends on your faith. There is a donation box for Buddhists to make merit. An important point that cannot be ignored is the place for those who believe in the supernatural. Look for the statues of silver chickens, gold chickens, elephants, and horses. If you visit Amnat Charoen Province and do not pay homage to Phra Mongkhon Ming Mueang, it means that “you have not been to Amnat Charoen Province.” Score 10/10 #VisitHistoricalSite

Phra Mongkhon Ming Muang It is located at Khao Dan Phrabat, in Bung Subdistrict, Mueang, Amnat Charoen. It is a Buddha image in the Mara Vichai Character, with a lap width of 11 meters and a height from the ground level to the top of the flame over 20 meters. It builds in the Indian style that have influence in the northeastern region a thousand years ago, inside the amulet also contains the Buddha's relics received from India, it's like going to pay homage to the Buddha's relics in India. Behind Phra Mongkhon Ming Muang, There will be 2 more strange-looking Buddha images. One of them is Phra Lahai, or Phra Khi Lai, which means ugly called by the appearance of this ancient Buddha image. Which was found in the swamp in 1962 when the surrounding area was renovated to make a dam. It is believed to be a god that gives good luck. Therefore, the villagers always come to ask for blessings. Address: Chayangkun Road, Bung, Mueang Amnat Charoen, Amnat Charoen Province. #temples #travellikealocal #thailand

Sai Kou ~ ร้านอาหารญี่ปุ่นหนึ่งเดียวในจังหวัดอำนาจเจริญ ที่อาหารอร่อยมากกก เมนูที่ต้องสั่งเป็นประจำคือข้าวหน้าปลาดิบรวม กับข้าวหน้าเนื้อวากิว ใครจะไปคิดว่าจังหวัดเล็กๆ นอกสายตาแบบนี้ จะมีร้านอาหารญี่ปุ่นที่มีคุณภาพ รสชาติดี ราคาสมเหตุสมผล ถ้ามีโอกาสมาอำนาจเจริญ แนะนำร้านนี้เลยครับ The only Japanese restaurant in Amnat Charoen Province. The food is very delicious. The must-order menu is the mixed sashimi rice bowl and Wagyu Beef Don., Who would have thought that a small province, Out of sight there is a Japanese restaurant with quality, good taste, and reasonable prices. Address: 202 เลขที่ 228 ม.15 ต.บุ่ง อ.เมือง จ.อำนาจเจริญ เมือง Amnat Charoen 37000 Open daily: 1100-2200 #travellikealocal #unforgettableexperiences

Newly opened cafe "Refresh Cafe" is a Korean minimalist loft style cafe in Amnat Charoen Province. There are many photo spots. You can sit in the air-conditioned room or outside. ☕ Fresh coffee and other drinks 🕘 07.30 - 17.00 every day #Cafe #ReviewAmnatCharoen #EatuntilYouHaveToBePoor #LifeAddictedToCafe #ReviewCafe F #UbonEatAndTravelUntilYouHaveToBePoor #FoodInUbonEatUntilYouHaveToBePoor #

#springitinerary "Thailand's most underrated riverside gem" 🚗 GETTING THERE From Bangkok: 1hr flight to Ubon Ratchathani (1,800฿) + 1hr drive By Bus: 9hrs from Mo Chit (500฿) direct Best Transport: Rent a car in Ubon (1,000฿/day) for Mekong exploration 🌅 DAY 1: Riverside Serenity & Sacred Sites ☀️ MORNING 6:30 AM Phra Lao Thep Nimit Cliff Sunrise over the Mekong with Laos views 8:30 AM Breakfast at Khao Tom Pao Try Khao Poon (spicy rice vermicelli soup) 🛕 MIDDAY 10:00 AM Wat Phra That Phanom Woramahawihan (1hr drive) Sacred 1,500-year-old stupa - Isaan's most revered 12:30 PM Lunch at Rim Khong Restaurant Must-order: Pla Pao (salt-crusted river fish) 🌇 EVENING 4:00 PM Kaeng Saphue Rapids Walk across ancient rock formations in the Mekong 7:00 PM Amnat Night Market Try Sai Grok Amnat (local fermented sausage) 🌄 DAY 2: Rural Charms & Border Adventures 🌄 MORNING 7:00 AM Ban Na Samai Silk Village Watch traditional Khitt silk weaving 9:30 AM Phu Sa Dok Bua National Park Cliffside temple with Buddha footprint 🚣 AFTERNOON 12:00 PM Mekong River Cruise (from Chiang Khan) Spot rare Irrawaddy dolphins (Nov-May) 3:00 PM Wat Sirindhorn Wararam (Ubon) Stunning glass temple reflecting in the lake 🌙 EVENING 6:00 PM Sunset at Pha Taem National Park (1.5hr drive) Ancient cliff paintings with Cambodia views 💰 BUDGET BREAKDOWN Accommodation: 300-1,000฿/night Food: 200฿/day (amazing local eateries) Activities: Mostly free (nature & temples) 💡 INSIDER TIPS: Visit November-February for cool weather Cross to Laos at Chong Mek border (bring passport!) Try Mam (fermented fish paste) - an acquired taste! 📸 INSTAGRAM SPOTS: Sunrise at Phra Lao Thep Nimit The sacred stupa at Wat Phra That Phanom Mekong rapids at Kaeng Saphue "Amnat Charoen is for travelers who want authentic Isaan - where the Mekong whispers secrets and every temple tells a story." Next adventure: Mukdahan - The Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge! Want the guide? 😊

“Stay in this village…have merit.” This is the definition of the temple that whoever comes to this temple will have merit. - It is an old temple that has been with the villagers of Keng Yai for a long time until it was later named after the temple. - There is a large post that the abbot and the villagers worked together to build for almost 10 million baht. - Currently, they are renovating the temple, which has a sacred Buddha image that has been with the villagers for a long time. Come and make merit together. - For those who are traveling to Keng Yai Temple - The starting point is Ban Keng Yai, Teng Yai Subdistrict, Hua Taphan District, Amnat Charoen Province. #triptakesyoutoflyandaskfornewyearblessings #Trip.com #BanKengYaiWat #KengYaiWat #HuaTaphanDistrict #AmnatCharoenProvince #Pleasefollow #DhammaSancharBhikkhu

It is a cafe in the middle of a rice field. There is a lot of grass and green trees in the shop. And the cakes in the shop have many flavors to choose from with many drink menus. The price is not expensive. After making merit at the temple, I stopped by to relax, drink coffee and eat cake with my family. I felt that the atmosphere was very natural. If I have a chance, I want to stop by again. #Himna Cafe

Wat Tham Saeng Phet is a Buddhist temple near Amnat Charoen, Thailand. It is located on the Amnat Charoen-Khemmarat road, 18 kilometers from Amnat Charoen, 2 kilometers uphill from the main road. It is located on a large sandstone plain. There is a chapel, a pagoda, and a large reclining Buddha. To the north of the chapel is a large cave with a Buddha image. This cave is called Saeng Phet or "glittering diamonds." Open for visits: 07.30-17.00 hrs.

The rooms here don't have many facilities, but they use only local wisdom. The air is cool and comfortable, and the atmosphere is peaceful. The homestay rate is 300 baht per person, with breakfast provided. The atmosphere is relaxed in the style of local rice fields. This place is a tourist attraction, cafe, restaurant, and a complete homestay. You can eat, drink, travel, and stay, all in Ban Na Phu Kham.

Dumneonsaduak Shop is located on Chayangkun Road, 300 meters before reaching Phra Mongkol Ming Mueang Park, right at the U-turn point. It is open every day from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The shop is beautiful with a great atmosphere, delicious food, and excellent coffee. The staff provides excellent service. There are many antiques to see and plenty of beautiful photo spots. If you love antiques and photography, this is the place to be.

Amnat Charoen also has places to visit.

Wat Si Yaek Saeng Phet, Amnat Charoen Province There is a low wooden chapel, open, similar to the architecture of the North. In front, there are statues of lions and white nagas. Inside is the small white principal Buddha image, Phra Phuttha Metta Rattana Thammarangsi, which is uniquely beautiful. There is a prominent golden pagoda. Inside are statues of Luang Pu Cha, paintings of him, and paintings of the Lord Buddha. There is a reclining Buddha (sleeping Buddha) named Phra Phuttha Phothiyan Phattha Maharat, a large reclining Buddha enshrined next to the pagoda. It is said that it was built in accordance with the Buddhist art style described by Krom Phraya Damrong Rajanubhab in every respect. 📍 Nong Ma Saeo Subdistrict, Mueang Amnat Charoen District, Amnat Charoen Province #dreamdestination #WatThamSaengPhet #AmnatCharoen

Wat Phu Phanom Di, Amnat Charoen Province Admire the beauty of the "billion stone pagoda" that blends in harmoniously on the mountain in the middle of the forest. The pagoda is built from white mountain stones that the villagers have sorted and sized according to their needs, attached to the structure of the pagoda, thousands, millions of stones, resulting in the shape of a billion stone pagoda with a height of 30 meters and a base width of 20 meters. The Lion's Ship is about 20 meters away from the billion stone pagoda. It was originally built to store water for use in the construction of the pagoda. It is shaped like a ship with a lion at the head and a reclining Buddha in the middle of the ship, beautifully carved along the ship. 📍 Nong Hi Subdistrict, Senangkhanikhom District, Amnat Charoen Province #billionstonepagoda #WatPhuPhanomDi

travel and work for a couple days at familiarise location. Organic farm is growing with agro-forestry, planting trees in 7 years and continuing. started from a thousand number to a 500,000 this year. Target for next few year are 1million trees to cover 6 provincial of tge Northeastern region of Thailand.

Phra Chao Yai Lue Chai, Wat Amnat, Amnat Charoen Province Phra Chao Yai Lue Chai or Phra Rit Lue Chai is enshrined in the chapel of Wat Amnat. It is a Buddha statue in the Mara-Vijaya posture, made of brick and mortar, and covered in gold lacquer. It has the characteristics of Lan Xang art. It was built around 2398-2404. Originally, the area of ​​Wat Amnat, where Phra Chao Yai Lue Chai is enshrined, was an old community and was the location of Amnat Charoen City. Therefore, there are many stories about the sacredness and miracles of Phra Chao Yai Lue Chai from people who came to pay homage and worship and experienced prosperity and fame. According to beliefs and faith, anyone who comes to pay homage and ask for blessings will be successful, win over enemies, have power and authority that is feared, and overcome various problems and obstacles in life miraculously. 📍 Tambon Amnat, Amphoe Lue Amnat, Amnat Charoen Province #WinterTravel#Amnat Charoen #Phra Chao Yai Lue Chai

The temple is very beautiful and there is a Naga cave. It is very suitable for praying.

The weather is so hot, I want to play in the cool, clear water, it's great. The stone platform that is across the Mekong River makes the impact feel like playing in a waterfall. The food is not expensive, there is a Mekong River fish menu, I recommend it, it's very delicious. Most importantly, there is no additional charge for the raft (I forgot to take a picture of the food). Suitable for going with friends and family, children can play in the water, life jackets are provided. The pier above, walk up to Kaeng Khan Sung Temple. Those who are into making merit can come up to pay respect to Thao Wessuwan before returning. #Playing in the water by the Mekong #Kaeng Khan Sung

I had the opportunity to travel with a friend to Amnat Charoen Province to see a plot of land next to a stream, as my friend had boasted that it was very beautiful. I want you to go. When I heard that, I asked to come along to see the beauty of the area. It really was as my friend had boasted. He also had plans to do something on this area in the future. I hope my friend will be successful. #MissingNature

A cafe that is ready to make you enjoy delicious dessert menus that the shop is careful in every step of making. It can be said that they search for quality to impress the customers. If you come to the shop, you definitely can't miss the "Salted Egg Lava Croissant" menu. The croissant is crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, fragrant with fresh butter. There is also a salted egg lava that is moist on both the inside and the top of the croissant. In addition, there are cakes and drinks of various flavors to serve. Let me tell you that this shop is like a small paradise for those with a sweet tooth. Let me tell you that you shouldn't miss this shop. It's really awesome!! #cafehopping 📍 Location: Soi 7-11 in front of Amnat Hospital 🕙 Open: 10.00 - 20.00 hrs. ☎️ Call: 065 528 7782 #Go to a chic cafe

Wat Don Khwan, Ban Don Khwan, Tambon Phana, Amphoe Phana, Amnat Charoen Province, by Khun Mae Wanee Roopkaew, who is a teacher by profession, donated to build a temple. Luang Pu Phra Khru Thawanawan Khun, along with villagers, came to establish it as a monastery and established the temple in the year 1984, receiving kindness from His Holiness the 19th Supreme Patriarch.

Good atmosphere, delicious food, reasonable price. Come visit Amnat Charoen, don't forget to stop by. #cafe #cafe review #thailand #point out delicious restaurants

Despite its small size and tranquility, Amnat Charoen has a number of attractions, including picturesque rice paddies and fruit orchards, the rocky rapids of the Mekong River, and the production of a variety of high-quality handicrafts, as well as these bamboo walkways leading to Wat Tham Saeng Phet. Amnat Charoen is also known as the Land of Dharma, and it is home to a number of gorgeous, historic temples with wonderful sacred Buddha statues situated in tranquil, natural settings. It is also particularly well known for its silk products. Every November, the inhabitants of Amnat Charoen organize a boat race on the Mekong River in front of Amphoe Chanuman's office, where visitors may watch the races during the day and shop and enjoy entertainment at night. #travelguide#naturalwonders#roadtrip#summervacation#hikingtrails#urbanexplorer